Logistics Transport Driver
The Urban Electric Co. · North Charleston, SC
Who We Are
At The Urban Electric Co., we make it our mission to recruit and retain highly skilled and passionate individuals. Because we have a genuine respect for the talents and stories of every member of our team, our culture attracts a wide variety of personalities and backgrounds to compose an eclectic and fun atmosphere. Each of our company’s products is bench-made and hand-finished at our 180,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Charleston, which houses the talented engineers, sales and marketing professionals, designers, and craftsmen who make up our team. We pride ourselves on manufacturing processes that secure the growth and sustainability of artisanal craft for the future by using modern techniques that enhance and refine the hand-build approach as opposed to replacing it.
Who You Are
As a Transport Driver at The Urban Electric Co., you are an important part of the Logistics team, safely moving materials, products, and finished goods between our facilities, vendors, and customers. You enjoy being on the road, take pride in safe and professional driving, and are comfortable supporting the wider Logistics team in Shipping, Receiving, and Kitting when needed. You are dependable, punctual, and take pride in staying organized and accurate in a fast-paced environment.
Your day-to-day responsibilities could include loading and securing freight, running scheduled and on-demand deliveries and pickups, completing vehicle inspections, and keeping delivery paperwork accurate. You will work closely with team members across departments to support production schedules and ensure materials and products arrive in the right place at the right time.
Success in this role comes from a strong commitment to safety, a positive attitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently on the road and collaboratively as part of a team.
A Day in the Life
- In any given day, you might find yourself doing these job-related tasks.
- Safely operate company vehicles to transport materials, products, and finished goods between facilities, vendors, and customer locations.
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and promptly report any maintenance or safety concerns.
- Load, secure, and unload freight properly to prevent damage during transport.
- Plan and follow delivery and pickup schedules, adjusting as needed to support production priorities.
- Verify shipments at pickup and delivery by checking quantities and part numbers against paperwork.
- Communicate with leadership, customers, and vendors about delivery timing, delays, or issues.
- Keep vehicles clean, organized, and stocked with required safety equipment.
- Follow all traffic laws, company driving policies, standard operating procedures, and safety guidelines.
- Support Shipping, Receiving, Stow-away, and Kitting activities when not on the road.
- Safely operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment as trained.
Data Management
- Use the company's ERP system and handheld scanners to complete logistics transactions accurately.
- Maintain accurate vehicle inspection logs and mileage records.
- Update material movement records as needed.
- Identify and communicate shortages, damaged materials, or incorrect parts to leadership.
Driver Requirements
- A valid driver’s license, maintained in good standing for the duration of employment.
- A clean driving record, verified through a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check before hire and periodically during employment.
- Ability to meet the company’s vehicle insurance eligibility requirements.
- Willingness to report any change in license status or moving violations to leadership promptly.
What Will Set You Up for Success
- You are a safe, defensive driver who takes pride in protecting people, vehicles, and product.
- You are dependable, punctual, and organized, and you manage your time well on the road.
- You pay attention to detail and take pride in accuracy and organization.
- You communicate well and professionally with team members, customers, and vendors.
- You possess basic computer skills and have a working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and Excel.
- You are proactive and willing to jump in where help is needed.
- Prior delivery, driving, warehouse, or manufacturing experience is helpful but not required.
- Experience using a Warehouse Management System (WMS), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, and handheld scanners is strongly preferred.
Physical Requirements
- The ability to lift 50 lbs. or more, frequently each day.
- Ability to sit for extended periods while driving and to stand, bend, and climb in and out of vehicles throughout the day.
- Ability to operate a forklift or be trained to do so.
Personal Protective Equipment Required
- Steel Toe Boots (company provided voucher each year)